Life Back in Ferragudo

After a weeks of lockdown and gradual easing of restrictions, it was great news that the weekend lockdown was lifted in Lagoa last weekend. Coinciding with Mother’s day in Portugal, the square was suddenly lively with a great buzz! All the restaurants are maintaining social distancing and sanitising, so even with lots more people it still seems safe. After seeing the UK weather forecast for the last few days, we certainly appreciated sitting outside in our shorts and t-shirts, enjoying food and drink at our favourite restaurants and bars. It was great also to see live music back at Club Nau! And if you have been missing live music – try V5 bar this coming Saturday, just off the square on Rua 25 de Abril.

Walking along the river away from the square, good to see Borda do Cais and Sueuste restaurants also open with lots of outside space. A few minutes drive away, or a leisurely 4k stroll, Quinta dos Santos has also just re-opened. Lovely to sit and enjoy the views over the vines whilst sampling the sharing dishes washed down with a fabulous selection of home brewed beers and Quinta dos Santos own wines.

Life is definitely back in Ferragudo – enjoy!

Day Out at NoSoloÁgua

We’ve had a great day out at the beach! If you’re staying in Ferragudo, the beach club NoSoloÁgua is just a few minutes away by car – or by water taxi, which is our favourite way to go. From the water taxi, you get a fantastic views of the castle with Praia Agrinha and Praia Grande either side. Also a good view of Praia da Roche marina as the taxi approaches. NoSoloÁgua is only a couple of minutes walk from the taxi stop.

At NoSoloÁgua, you can choose to go either beachside or poolside, both are lovely, although we prefer beachside with sunbeds right on the beach. After relaxing for an hour or so, enjoying a swim and a drink or two, we dined in the beachside restaurant. Lots of menu options – on a special occasion we went for the 100 suchi platter – wow!

Check out the NoSoloÁgua website for details: https://nosoloagua.com/nsaptm/